Politics Unpacked

Mouths were agape when Donald Trump confronted South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa with false claims of white genocide.Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Matthew Syed and Manveen Rana. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keir Starmer said more pensioners would get the winter fuel payment at PMQs. But had Kemi Badenoch even noticed the U-turn?Hugo Rifkind unpacks the action in the Commons with The Sunday Times' Chief Political Commentator Tim Shipman and the SNP's Westminster leader Stephen Flynn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tories have fallen to fourth place in the latest Times/YouGov poll - behind the Liberal Democrats for the first time in six years. Plus, Keir Starmer might've landed his EU reset deal, but Boris Johnson has labelled him the 'orange-ball chewing gimp of Brussels'.Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Janice Turner and James Marriott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keir Starmer's deal with the European Union will allow closer co-operation on security, food standards and travel - but will all that come at the expense of the British fishing industry?Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Patrick Maguire and Jane Mulkerrins.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gaby Hinsliff, a sharp columnist and author, teams up with Michael Binyon, a former diplomatic editor for The Times, to dissect Keir Starmer's growing ties with Europe. They explore the significance of the European political community summit in Tirana, debating the evolving UK-EU relationship amidst geopolitical tensions. With a blend of humor, they also touch on lighter moments, like a taxi driver's comically absurd political travel choices, while addressing serious issues such as immigration and the ongoing crisis in the prison system.

As the Prime Minister adopts increasingly tough rhetoric on immigration, can his opponents on the left offer a populist alternative?Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Matthew Parris Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim Shipman, political editor of The Sunday Times, offers sharp analysis of current political dynamics, while Ria Lina, a comedian and commentator, infuses humor into serious discussions. They dissect Kemi Badenoch's dismissal of Keir Starmer's trade deal and Starmer's bold claim that the Tories are a 'dead party walking.' The duo navigates topics like immigration, care worker conditions, and the challenges of political leadership, blending insightful commentary with witty exchanges, making complex issues more accessible and entertaining.

Sir Keir Starmer is under fire for saying the UK could become an "island of strangers" unless new curbs on migration bring the numbers down - but are comparisons with Enoch Powell and 'Rivers of Blood' misplaced?Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and James Marriott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keir Starmer's bold claims about immigration raise eyebrows as he warns of the risks of an 'island of strangers'. Can he actually deliver on reducing numbers? The discussion also tackles Rachel Reeves' stance on welfare cuts and the potential return of Boris Johnson. Insights flow on the impact of new immigration proposals on the care sector and labor market. Language education for immigrants becomes a critical topic, revealing its link to job opportunities and societal integration amidst current political tensions.

Join Times columnist Matthew Syed and Financial Times deputy opinion editor Miranda Green as they delve into the ramifications of idolizing political figures like Donald Trump. They analyze the recent UK-US trade agreement, highlighting its political implications and the issues it raises. Syed critiques the disconnect between moral universalism and societal trust, while Green discusses the challenges facing Biden's presidency. Together, they reflect on the future of culture and sport, balancing humor with serious political discourse.